Justin Ayers
Dallas ,NC
Summary
Fleet Mechanic skilled at working on diverse types of vehicles and equipment as part of comprehensive fleet services. Performs detailed inspections, assesses repair needs and completes high-quality work to maintain safety and reliability of vehicles and equipment.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Fleet Mechanic
City Of Gastonia
01.2024 - Current
- Prepared vehicles for annual DOT inspections.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot complex issues, resulting in faster problem resolution times.
- Used computer equipment, hand tools and technical skills to diagnose faults.
- Maintained open communication with drivers, promptly addressing mechanical concerns and scheduling necessary repairs.
- Reduced vehicle downtime by performing timely diagnostic tests and repairs.
- Ensured fleet safety by conducting thorough inspections and addressing potential hazards.
- Maintained police and emergency vehicles to keep fleet moving at optimal efficiency.
Rail Car Maintenance
City Of Charlotte
06.2023 - 12.2023
- Added or detached loads by coupling or uncoupling cars.
- Overhauled pneumatic systems in rail cars, optimizing their function and extending their useful life span.
- Performed comprehensive evaluations on incoming rail cars needing repair or refurbishment, identifying necessary work scopes efficiently.
- Contributed to a safer working environment by adhering strictly to safety protocols and guidelines during all tasks performed.
- Improved rail car performance by conducting thorough inspections and diagnosing mechanical issues.
- Troubleshot complex electrical issues to restore functionality in rail cars swiftly.
- Replaced and repaired defective piping, valves, air brake pistons and calibers to maintain optimal performance of railcars.
- Maintained high standards of quality for work performed in accordance with regulatory and customer demands.
- Inspected components such as bearings, gaskets and coupler assemblies to determine necessary repairs.
- Removed locomotives, car mechanical units or other components using pneumatic hoists and jacks, pinch bars and cutting torches.
Journeyman Diesel Mechanic
Yellow Freight
04.2013 - 07.2023
- Delivered reliable repair solutions that minimized the need for repeat visits or additional fixes for clients'' vehicles.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing concerns and explaining repair processes.
- Reduced downtime by quickly diagnosing and repairing complex mechanical issues.
- Maintained a clean working environment that was conducive to efficient operations while adhering to safety protocols.
- Utilized hand tools and power tools to repair and maintain diesel engines according to industry standards.
- Completed checklist of fluid levels, air filter, tire pressure, and more as part of service orders.
- Performed preventive maintenance on engines, transmissions, tires, and other vehicle systems.
- Diagnosed and repaired diesel engines to restore functionality in heavy-duty vehicles.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed problems with brakes, steering, and transmissions.
- Examined engines, transmissions and vehicle systems to diagnose issues.
- Inspected and adjusted brakes, steering systems and wheel bearings to address related issues.
- Disassembled and repaired diesel engines in automobiles, trucks, buses, and construction vehicles.
- Installed new systems and components in vehicles.
- Installed and adjusted fuel injection systems and turbochargers to enhance vehicle performance.
- Tested and adjusted engines to foster proper performance.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems for repair or replacement.
- Serviced and maintained engines by performing regular oil and filter changes.
- Handled repairs, replacing broken components and inspecting engines for wear and tear.
- Performed preventive maintenance on diesel engines, preventing malfunctions.
- Used specialized tools and equipment to diagnose and repair issues with diesel engines.
Education
High School Diploma -
Cherryville High School
Cherryville, NC05.2024
Skills
- Heavy Equipment Maintenance
- Diesel Engine Repair
- Diagnosing problems
- Steering System Repair
- Troubleshooting malfunctions
- Fuel System Repair
- Oil Change Procedures
- Operating equipment
- Exhaust system repair
- Vehicle Inspection
- Powertrain Repair
- Diagnosing faults
- Battery Maintenance
- Hydraulic Systems Repair
- Clutch Repair
- Air Conditioning Service
- Roadside Assistance
- Preventive Maintenance
- Electrical System Troubleshooting
- Drive Train Repair
- Emission Control Systems
- Gearbox Repair
- Chassis Lubrication
- Engine Performance Analysis
- Cooling System Repair
- Tire maintenance
- Suspension System Maintenance
- Brake System Maintenance
- Routine Maintenance
- Engine diagnostics
- Oil Changes
Timeline
Fleet Mechanic
City Of Gastonia
01.2024 - Current
Rail Car Maintenance
City Of Charlotte
06.2023 - 12.2023
Journeyman Diesel Mechanic
Yellow Freight
04.2013 - 07.2023
High School Diploma -
Cherryville High School
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